Sterile Processing Tech Job Description
Sterile processing tech
provides technical assistance to SPD staff for the assembly of complex surgical instrument sets and provides technical assistance to surgical techs and other Perioperative clinical staff for instrument related issues.
Sterile Processing Tech Duties & Responsibilities
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Sample responsibilities for this position include:
Utilizes required Personal Protective Equipment
Tests operational efficiency of Instrumentation prior to reprocessing and reports problems to Nurse Manager
Wraps trays and individual items according to established policy/procedure
Places Sterilized instruments on appropriate shelving and rotates accordingly
Implements manual cleaning cycle for autoclaves and Steris machines and other sterilizing/disinfecting machines
Performs required quality controls Bowie Dick, DART, Biological Monitoring, Disinfecting Solution Efficacy Testing, Test Strips
Maintains instruments/trays/scopes inventory
Anticipates special needs and selects required packs, instruments, supplies, sutures and equipment for specific cases
Understands concept of “short cycle” and it is appropriate to use to sterilize and/or disinfect instruments for immediate use
Reviews schedule daily for case instrumentation needs
Sterile Processing Tech Qualifications
Qualifications for a job description may include education, certification, and experience.
Licensing or Certifications for Sterile Processing Tech
List any licenses or certifications required by the position: BCLS, CRCST, BLS, IAHCSMM, CSP
Education for Sterile Processing Tech
Typically a job would require a certain level of education.
Employers hiring for the sterile processing tech job most commonly would prefer for their future employee to have a relevant degree such as High School and Associate Degree in Technical, Education, Department of Education, Associates, General Education, Health, Healthcare, Medical, Technology, Nursing
Skills for Sterile Processing Tech
Desired skills for sterile processing tech include:
Performance improvement tools and techniques
High level disinfection and sterilization of endoscopy equipment
Surgical instrumentation
Sterilization
Surgical supplies and equipment
Assembly
Be able to articulate on soaps and detergents
Instrument processing techniques
Medical
Nursing
Desired experience for sterile processing tech includes:
NJ Certified Surgical Technologist
Transports clean and dirty instruments, per policy
Cleans GI treatment rooms between procedures and prepares rooms for next case as assigned
Maintains a clean and orderly central processing area
Keeps open communication with Nurse Manager regarding all aspects of Central Sterile Supply operations
Tests operational efficiency of Instrumentation prior to reprocessing and reports problems to OR Coordinator Nurse Manager
Sterile Processing Tech Examples
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Sterile Processing Tech Job Description
Job Description Example
Our company is growing rapidly and is looking for a sterile processing tech. Please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications. While this is our ideal list, we will consider candidates that do not necessarily have all of the qualifications, but have sufficient experience and talent.
Responsibilities for sterile processing tech
- Assists with preventative maintenance on all instruments and patient care equipment following established JACHO, AORN, and AAMI quality control standards
- Performs transport duties for decontamination process
- Retrieves equipment/instruments from user areas that have been used
- Rounds made in a timely manner for the areas involved
- Scan all instrument trays when they are returned to the decontamination area
- Inspect manually cleaned items and free of any debris
- Open box locks
- Check for open lumens
- Act as a resource to operating room staff, assist with getting cases started on time, and ensure proper instrumentation and supplies are available
- Stock operating rooms with required supplies
Qualifications for sterile processing tech
- CRCST certification preferred
- Knowledge of Sterile Processing Department Policies and Procedures
- Ability to distinguish colors and hear audible alarms required
- Ability to multitask and prioritize in a stressful environment
- In addition applicant should have the ability to left, push and pull greater than 20 to 75 lbs
- National certification is preferred, but not required
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Job Description Example
Our company is searching for experienced candidates for the position of sterile processing tech. If you are looking for an exciting place to work, please take a look at the list of qualifications below.
Responsibilities for sterile processing tech
- Assures cleanliness of decontamination, sterilization, and equipment areas
- Utilize physician preference cards to place requested instrument/implant trays, specialty equipment, and positioning supplies in operating rooms
- Submit requisitions for specialty service line items that will be needed for upcoming cases
- Borrow instruments sets from other healthcare entities when necessary to cover cases
- Assists with operating room preparation to facilitate a quick turnover, including mopping, taking out trash, equipment set up, collection of supplies
- Collect, decontaminate, assemble, sterilize and disperse instrument trays and supplies
- Run appropriate tests and complete required documentation on all sterilizers and flash machines daily
- Assist with teaching of new hires and work as resource person for other staff other units in hospital
- Does not apply to all entities) Perform simple maintenance on equipment by use of the Bowie-Dick test packs, cleaning of filters and drains and use of biological test packs
- Receives soiled, used and/or contaminated equipment, procedural instruments and supplies from procedure and exam rooms
Qualifications for sterile processing tech
- Responsible for maintaining 12 CE points per year
- 6 months experience highly preferred
- RCST required
- Sterile Processing Technician who has completed CRCST or eligible for certification
- 2 years Sterile Processing experience required
- RCST certification required
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Job Description Example
Our company is growing rapidly and is looking for a sterile processing tech. To join our growing team, please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications.
Responsibilities for sterile processing tech
- Coordinates and implements AMI standards for the sterilization of instruments and supplies
- Maintains adequate supplies needed for sterilization process
- Develops and maintains an inventory of procedure-specific equipment and supplies, with inventory status and location communicated to staff, care team
- Prepares Urology procedure suites consistent with procedures scheduled to be performed
- Of supplies, linens, and instruments in Central Sterile Supply as directed
- Inspects instruments, replaces or send for repairs
- Will stock and maintain stock levels in Central Sterile
- Maintains and updates as needed physician preference cards with assistance from surgical services staff
- Examines and tests all instruments before reprocessing
- Operates sterilizers, ultrasonic washers, washer decontaminators, Sterrads, and other related equipment in accordance with established procedures and manufacturer guidelines
Qualifications for sterile processing tech
- Must be a Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician
- Follow guidelines for use of Personal Protective Equipment including goggles, face shield, gown, gloves, and shoe covers
- Understands Getting sterilizers
- The ability to prioritize tasks, work under pressure and meet deadlines
- Must have previous experience in Sterile Processing or Surgical Tech
- Must be able to frequently move, lift and/or carry light to very heavy weight materials and equipment
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Sterile Processing Tech Job Description
Job Description Example
Our innovative and growing company is hiring for a sterile processing tech. Please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications. While this is our ideal list, we will consider candidates that do not necessarily have all of the qualifications, but have sufficient experience and talent.
Responsibilities for sterile processing tech
- Prepares instruments for sterilization using the proper procedure for individual sets and/or individual instrument as shown by the accuracy of the instrument set list
- Handles all instruments with care, particularly micro, fiberoptic scopes, as shown by appropriate assembly, packaging, and observation
- Utilizes proper techniques in all aspects of decontamination of instruments and equipment
- Must be able to differentiate between single-use and reusable items
- Functions as SPD/OR Liaison as required
- Collects and decontaminates and cleans reusable equipment and/or supplies and associated storage units in accordance with department, manufacturer, and OSHA standards
- Sterilizes equipment in accordance with department, manufacturer, and OSHA standards using different agents, which may include steam, hydrogen peroxide, paracetic acid, ethylene oxide, and glutaraldehyde
- Maintains supply area and inventory levels
- Receiving and ordering supplies
- Breaking down orders and stocking shelves
Qualifications for sterile processing tech
- Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician
- Understands operation of steam sterilizer
- RCST required - Certification from The International Association of Healthcare Central Service Materiel Management (CRCST) preferred
- Must have Current Central Service Tech Certification (International Association of Health Care Central Service Materials Management or Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution)
- Frequent contact with blood and body fluids
- Ability to respond quickly to emergency situation with full motor function
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Job Description Example
Our company is growing rapidly and is hiring for a sterile processing tech. To join our growing team, please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications.
Responsibilities for sterile processing tech
- Lifting heavy boxes
- Inspect instruments, equipment and containers to assure cleanliness and proper functioning
- Correct instrument sets according to current standards and established count sheets and/or instrument tracking systems
- Maintain proper levels of inventory to ensure availability for case carts
- Function as SPD/OR Liaison as required
- Pick supplies for case carts
- Wrap metal ware
- Sterile processing for Operating room and clinics
- Process equipment, put trays together following recipe cards
- Washing equipment, placing in sterile washer, compiling trays, maintaining equipment
Qualifications for sterile processing tech
- Ability to adjust work schedule when need arises (i.e., illness/vacation of other staff members)
- Ability to work under time constraints in stressful situations
- Ability to adjust to change in processes and procedures based on the demand of the department
- Minimum one to two years’ experience in a heath field as nursing assistant, LPN, EMT, Preferred experience in SPD or degree in sterile processing
- Understanding of aseptic technique, sterilization/disinfection, surgical attire preferred
- Must attend 80% of the department meeting offered each year